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Most Power Restored After Storm
Most Power Restored After Storm

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. The state Division of Emergency Management said Wednesday that electricity had been restored for most utility customers who lost power because of a tornado-filled storm system that swept across the state on Tuesday. The state also... Continue Reading

Date posted01/11/2024


Water Rate ‘Discrimination’ Draws Debate
Water Rate ‘Discrimination’ Draws Debate

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. In an issue that could affect cities across the state, Florida House members Wednesday started moving forward with a proposal aimed at preventing municipalities from charging higher water and sewer rates to customers who live... Continue Reading

Date posted01/10/2024


Court Sets Hearing in Utility Storm Plans
Court Sets Hearing in Utility Storm Plans

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. The Florida Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will hear arguments Feb. 7 in a dispute about state regulators’ approvals of storm-protection plans for four electric utilities. The state Office of Public Counsel, which... Continue Reading

Date posted01/3/2024


FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for November 2023
FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for November 2023

FMEA’s Electric Bill Comparison for November 2023 shows the average bills of public power utilities across Florida are among the lowest in the state, coming in at an average of $36.83 lower than the average bills of other utilities per 1,000 kWh. Overall, out of fifteen ranked categories,... Continue Reading

Postedby Elizabeth Bendele
Date posted12/25/2023


Utility Bills Expected to Dip in 2024
Utility Bills Expected to Dip in 2024

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. After high natural-gas costs helped push up electric bills over the past year, many Florida utility customers could get some relief in 2024. The three major private electric utilities — Florida Power & Light, Duke... Continue Reading

Date posted12/21/2023


DeSantis Gets Win in Utility Lawsuit
DeSantis Gets Win in Utility Lawsuit

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. A federal judge Thursday dismissed claims against Gov. Ron DeSantis in a challenge to a new state law that overhauled the municipal utility in the Gainesville area. U.S. District Judge Allen Winsor ruled against the group... Continue Reading

Date posted12/21/2023


Lawmakers Seek Study of EV Impacts
Lawmakers Seek Study of EV Impacts

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. With concerns raised about a proposed annual registration fee on electric vehicles amounting to a “double tax,” House members want a study about impacts of the increased number of electric vehicles on Florida... Continue Reading

Date posted12/7/2023


Senate Panel Backs Electric Vehicle Fees
Senate Panel Backs Electric Vehicle Fees

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. Florida lawmakers have restarted a move to impose annual registration fees on electric vehicles amid pushback over the proposed amount. The Senate Transportation Committee on Wednesday backed a proposal (SB 28) that would require... Continue Reading

Date posted12/6/2023


Renner Puts Focus on Energy, Social Media
Renner Puts Focus on Energy, Social Media

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. House Speaker Paul Renner said Tuesday that lawmakers during the 2024 legislative session will take steps to support energy companies and place limits on children's access to social-media sites. The Palm Coast Republican said... Continue Reading

Date posted12/5/2023


JEA and UNF Advance Sustainable Solutions at Lab Opening
JEA and UNF Advance Sustainable Solutions at Lab Opening

The University of North Florida (UNF) School of Engineering and JEA today celebrated the grand opening of the JEA Sustainable Solutions Lab. JEA has made a 5-year financial commitment of $500,000 that will provide UNF undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to research renewable energy... Continue Reading

Date posted11/28/2023


FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for October 2023
FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for October 2023

FMEA’s Electric Bill Comparison for October 2023 shows the average bills of public power utilities across Florida are among the lowest in the state, coming in at an average of $36.09 lower than the average bills of other utilities per 1,000 kWh. Overall, out of fifteen ranked categories,... Continue Reading

Postedby Elizabeth Bendele
Date posted11/22/2023


Ocala Electric Utility Receives Statewide Recognition for Programs that Enhance the Community
Ocala Electric Utility Receives Statewide Recognition for Programs that Enhance the Community

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) recently recognized Ocala Electric Utility (OEU) with a “Building Strong Communities” award for making valuable investments that enhance the quality of life in its community, beyond efficient delivery of affordable, reliable and clean... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2023